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embattled

v.
C1 Advanced US //ɛmˈbætəɫd// UK //ɛmbˈætəld// em·bat·tled

v. to be in a difficult or dangerous situation, often because of a fight or a strong argument. It describes someone who is struggling against many problems at once.

v. to be engaged in a struggle or conflict, typically involving a significant number of opponents or obstacles. Often used to describe a person or group facing intense criticism or legal pressure.


SIMPLE

The embattled leader faced a difficult decision.

CONTEXTUAL

The embattled CEO spent the entire afternoon answering questions from angry shareholders about the company's declining profits.

COMPLEX

The embattled government struggled to maintain public support as a series of economic crises and internal scandals began to erode the trust of the electorate.

Synonyms
Etymology 1

From embattle (“to equip as for battle”) + -ed.

Etymology 2

From embattle (“to furnish with battlements”) + -ed.

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